Comparison of Ultrasound-Guided Versus Landmark-Based Corticosteroid Injection for Carpal Tunnel Syndrome: A Prospective Randomized Trial
Although a local corticosteroid injection for carpal tunnel syndrome (CTS) is frequently performed by palpation using anatomical landmarks, ultrasound (US) allows physicians to visualize and confirm placement of the injectate close to the median nerve, possibly improving the efficacy of the injection. The aim of this study was to compare the effectiveness and complications of US-guided steroid injections with landmark-based injections for CTS.
Source: The Journal of Hand Surgery - Category: Surgery Authors: Young Hak Roh, Kwon Hwangbo, Hyun Sik Gong, Goo Hyun Baek Tags: Editor's choice Source Type: research